French Perrin M.1859 (2nd
type) revolver in all original condition. There are
several models of the Perrin revolver, all of them quite scarce. This model can
be recognized by the characteristic double action only hammer, and an extra
screw on the right side of the frame. The revolver was manufactured by L. Perrin
in Paris, as indicated by markings on the left side of the frame, and on the
right side of the cylinder rod housing, "Perrin & Cie Bte". The mechanism of the
revolver is based on L. Perrin patents. These revolvers were privately purchased
by French army officers, and also were sold to the civilians. They have seen
action during the Franco-Prussian War, some may have ended up in the United
States, during the Civil War. The revolver has matching serial numbers (the
external serial numbers are stamped only on the barrel and on the cylinder).
Very high quality of machining. The revolver has a very nice one piece dark
walnut grip. These revolvers were
manufactured either with polished steel finish, or with brown finish. The
cylinder capacity is six rounds. 5.75 inch long round barrel. With lanyard ring.